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A condition in which a clot forms inside a deep vein in the leg (or pelvis). There are sometimes no symptoms. Other times, there may be swelling or pain. Deep vein thrombosis is a potentially life threatening condition.

Usually referred to as just diabetes, there are three main types: type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Diabetes occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin or cannot use the insulin it produces. This results in high blood sugar in the blood and urine.